Meaning of the word marinade in English

What does marinade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marinade

US /ˌmer.ɪˈneɪd/
UK /ˌmær.ɪˈneɪd/
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Noun

a sauce, typically made of oil, vinegar, spices, and herbs, in which meat, fish, or other food is soaked before cooking in order to flavor or tenderize it.

Example:
Let the chicken soak in the marinade for at least an hour.
The steak was tender and flavorful thanks to the special marinade.

Verb

to soak (meat, fish, or other food) in a marinade.

Example:
You should marinade the fish overnight for best results.
We're going to marinade the chicken with lemon and herbs.